Times of Islamabad

Shahid Afridi responds back to Indian media criticism

Shahid Afridi responds back to Indian media criticism

ISLAMABAD – Shahid Afridi on Wednesday accused Indian media ofmisconstruing his comments on Kashmir issue.

The 38-year-old cricketer took to popular micro-blogging website Twitterand issued clarification.

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My comments are being misconstrued by Indian media! I’m passionate about mycountry and greatly value the struggles of Kashmiris. Humanity must prevailand they should get their rights.4,716 link6:13 PM – Nov 14, 2018linkTwitter Ads info and privacy link

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He said, “My comments are being misconstrued by Indian media! I mpassionate about my country and greatly value the struggles of Kashmiris.Humanity must prevail and they should get their rights.”

Afridi further added, “My clip is incomplete & out of context as what Isaid before that is missing.Kashmir is unresolved dispute & under brutalIndian occupation. It must be resolved as per UN resolution. Myself alongwith every Pakistani support Kashmiri freedom struggle. Kashmir belongs toPakistan.”